Supply Chain Solutions Supporting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s)
Proven Results at a Glance
Consumer & Industrial customers supported ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to local specialty production OEM’s.
of our customers have a VMI program fitted for their specific production needs.
Years of expertise supporting consumer & industrial businesses.
Appliances and Consumer Goods
We offer a dependable, high-quality supply chain for appliance and consumer products. Our global scale and flexibility support world-class OEMs from NPI to full production. We provide high-quality C-Parts and extensive testing experience.
Electrical Equipment Manufacturers
We support the electrical equipment industry. We provide components for commercial and industrial markets, like circuit breakers, transformers, and contactors, all backed by our global supply chain.
Agricultural Industry and Storage Tanks
This focuses on supply-chain solutions for manufacturers of agricultural buildings, bins, farm shelters and livestock equipment — providing component kitting, staging, platforms, fall-systems and more, tailored to the farming environment.
Power Tools and Small Engines
Manufacturers of power tools and small engine equipment rely on coordinated supply chain support to maintain production efficiency and product consistency. Services include component sourcing, kitting, and sub-assembly tailored to professional and industrial applications.
HVAC Manufacturers
This focuses on supply-chain solutions for manufacturers of agricultural buildings, bins, farm shelters and livestock equipment — providing component kitting, staging, platforms, fall-systems and more, tailored to the farming environment.
Consumer & Industrial Line Card
Consumer and Industrial Team
Our dedicated specialists bring decades of experience across every segment of consumer and industrial
Director, Consumer and Industrial
Hank Mulder
Director, Consumer and Industrial
Hank Mulder is the Director of Consumer and Industrial programs for Gexpro Services and brings over +24 years of experience within the Industrial Distribution industry. In Hank’s current role he is responsible for providing value added products and services to increase share of existing components, providing new products, services and solutions to existing customers and the development of new customers within the Commercial and Industrial industry.
Prior to his current position, Hank held various leadership roles within Gexpro Services as Site Leader, territory manager and General Manager in Budapest, Hungary for 4 years. Prior to joining Gexpro Services, Mr. Mulder held various positions with a global fastener supplier ranging from Technical Manager where he led efforts to achieve ISO 9000 and A2LA certifications to Sales and Marketing Manager where he was responsible for managing key accounts and implement growth strategies by collaborating across various business units.
Mr. Mulder holds a BS in Engineering Technology from NH College and an MBA from Southern NH University.
Service Center Manager
Philip Crowson
Service Center Manager
Philip Crowson is Service Center Manager at Gexpro Services. In his role, Philip is responsible for the Consumer & Industrial vertical including management of sales and operations for the Kansas City, Louisville, Dallas, Grand Rapids, and Atlanta facilities.
Prior to his current position, Philip held leadership roles with Gexpro Services as Branch Manager, Global Account Manager, and Program Manager in Dallas, Houston, and Chicago. His career started at Gexpro Services in the Services Leadership Program, a two-year rotational management training program where he gained experience in sales, operations, procurement, and customer implementation.
Philip holds a B.S. degree in Industrial Distribution and a minor in Business Administration from Texas A&M University.
case studies
Turning Complex Challenges Into
Measurable Results
Consumer & Industrial
RFID-Enabled VMI Across Industrial Locations
point-of-use sites supported
RFID technology
automated inventory tracking
Inventory optimization
reduced excess products and obsolete stock
Consumer & Industrial
Cost Savings with Print Labels
annual labeling and print room savings
new printers deployed on site
overall labeling cost reduction
Consumer & Industrial
Label Defect Issue Resolved
to 0 daily defects eliminated
Immediate
fix root cause identified and corrected
New label
material implemented for long term use
Frequently asked questions
01. What Core Competencies And Products Does Gexpro Services Support?
We support a wide range of components including fasteners, electromechanical parts, MRO supplies, and custom-engineered products. Our core capabilities span strategic sourcing, inventory management, kitting, logistics services, technical expertise and point-of-use delivery to streamline and optimize manufacturing operations.
02. How Does Gexpro Services support New Product Introduction (NPI) In Consumer & Industrial Manufacturing?
We help accelerate NPI cycles by working closely with our OEM’s engineering teams, understating the application and CTQ’s (Critical to Quality) parameters, secure early-stage component availability, product testing and life cycle testing, qualifying suppliers, and managing inventory throughout the prototype-to-production transition. Our team coordinates timelines, mitigates supply risks, and ensures materials are readily available to support on-time launch and scale-up.
03. What Value-Added Services Are Available To Improve Our Supply Chain Efficiency?
We offer a full suite of supply chain services including vendor-managed inventory (VMI), demand planning, critical line of balance visibility reporting, kitting, quality inspection, and digital ordering and tracking solutions. These value-added services reduce our customer’s operating costs, strengthen supply continuity, and improve line-side efficiency. Gexpro Services focuses on improving our customers Trade Working Capital by providing products and solutions which allow OEM’s to build better, safer, and more efficient.
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Technology Capabilities
We leverage technical expertise and digital tools to improve availability, speed, and accuracy across your supply chain.
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
We analyze cost drivers across procurement, logistics, inventory, quality, and labor to reduce waste and maximize long‑term value.
Quality Management
We apply rigorous quality controls and compliance standards to ensure reliability, reduce risk, and deliver consistent program performance.
Value Engineering
We use advanced digital platforms and analytics to optimize supply chains, providing real-time tracking, predictive planning, and full visibility for greater efficiency and control.
Kitting
We build and deliver production-ready kits to streamline assembly, reduce touchpoints, and improve workflow efficiency.
Vendor Managed Inventory
We leverage technology to improve material availability, reduce manual processes, and streamline production support. Our solutions connect supply chain data, automation tools, and point-of-use systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Related Solutions
Explore services that strengthen your Consumer and Industrial
Technology Capabilities
We leverage technical expertise and digital tools to improve availability, speed, and accuracy across your supply chain.
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
We analyze cost drivers across procurement, logistics, inventory, quality, and labor to reduce waste and maximize long‑term value.
Quality Management
We apply rigorous quality controls and compliance standards to ensure reliability, reduce risk, and deliver consistent program performance.
Value Engineering
We use advanced digital platforms and analytics to optimize supply chains, providing real-time tracking, predictive planning, and full visibility for greater efficiency and control.
Kitting
We build and deliver production-ready kits to streamline assembly, reduce touchpoints, and improve workflow efficiency.
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
We leverage technology to improve material availability, reduce manual processes, and streamline production support. Our solutions connect supply chain data, automation tools, and point-of-use systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.